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Books by Frank Asch | Wonderlit

Books by Frank Asch

12 books · Ages 2–10

Known for the Moonbear and Star Jumper series, Frank Asch writes picture books and middle grade for ages 2–10, alongside 7 standalone books, exploring themes of joy & gratitude, animals, curiosity & wonder.

Series

Happy Birthday, Moon

Popcorn

Mooncake

4 books · Ages 2–7

Journal of a Cardboard Genius

1 book · Ages 7–10

Standalone Books

Cover of City Sandwich

For the child curious about the bustle of the world around them, these poems offer a photographic look at the rhythm and

Cover of Here Comes the Cat!

Here Comes the Cat!

Frank Asch, Vladimir Vagin

For children who are anxious about new situations or people, this lively story reminds us that things aren't always what

Cover of The Sun Is My Favorite Star

The Sun Is My Favorite Star

By Age Range

Mooncake

Here Comes the Cat!

Bread and Honey

City Sandwich

Mooncake

Here Comes the Cat!

Common Themes

Joy & Gratitude Animals Curiosity & Wonder Nature & Outdoors Creativity & Imagination Humor Bears Friendship & Social

Bright, full-color illustrations follow a young girl as she watches the sun and learns how it sustains all life on Earth

Ages 3–7

Cover of Baby Bird's First Nest

Baby Bird's First Nest

A tiny bird finds herself lost after falling from her nest, but a kind frog stays by her side to keep her safe until she

Cover of Happy Birthday, Big Bad Wolf

Happy Birthday, Big Bad Wolf

The Big Bad Wolf arrives looking for a snack, but the clever Little Pig catches him off guard by throwing a surprise bir

Cover of Mr. Maxwell's Mouse

Mr. Maxwell's Mouse

For the clever child who loves outsmarting the competition or needs a reminder that quick thinking can solve even the sc

Cover of Song of the North

Song of the North

For the child who feels a sense of awe when looking at the stars or snow, this poetic journey captures the quiet majesty

City Sandwich

Mr. Maxwell's Mouse

Song of the North

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Riddle Me, Riddle Me, Ree

Riddle Me, Riddle Me, Ree

Just Beyond the Very, Very Far North

Just Beyond the Very, Very Far North

Captain Beastlie's Pirate Party

Captain Beastlie's Pirate Party

Tell Me the Day Backwards

Tell Me the Day Backwards

A Brave Cat